Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK10X5S
The AirTAC Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK10X5S is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (single acting, pull type), 10 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 9.5 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact. As an MK unit a fixed rod stops the piston rod rotating.
- TypeMulti-mount, single acting, pull type
- SeriesMK (no-rotating)
- Bore10 mm
- Pull thrust @0.5 MPa9.5 N
- Operating pressure0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper
- MagnetWith magnet (sensor-ready)
- ThreadPT
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK10X5S
The AirTAC MK series is a compact multi-mount cylinder with a square body that can be fixed from six directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom), so units sit side by side to save space, with magnetic-switch slots around the body and high guide precision. This MTK10X5S is a no-rotating, single-acting pull-type cylinder with a 10 mm bore and 5 mm stroke, made for short pull-in movements where the rod must stay oriented. It runs on air filtered to 40 um at 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi), proof pressure 1.5 MPa (215 psi), temperature -20 to 70 C, with a bumper cushion and a single-acting speed range of 50-500 mm/s.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. As an MK-family cylinder it typically includes a no-rotating plate, brass bushing and fixed rod that stop the piston rod turning; the standard MD family allows rotation instead. The trailing S means this SKU is built with a magnet for position-switch detection, and it carries the default PT thread; the port is M5x0.8 at this bore. Dimensions and sizing are per stroke, so we confirm them, and any other details, from the AirTAC datasheet on request.
Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK10X5S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK10X5S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, single acting, pull type |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 10 mm |
| Pull thrust @0.5 MPa | 9.5 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | With magnet (S) |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 50 - 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Bumper |
| Mounting | Fix from 6 directions; mountable side by side |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MD/MK multi-mount data. The front cover and piston are short, so avoid an over-long stroke. An optional high-temperature seal material extends the range to 0 to 150 C. Overall dimensions vary per stroke and allowable side-load is published as curves — ask us and we confirm from the datasheet.
How to choose
The 10 mm bore suits light-duty pull movements; the theoretical single-acting pull thrust for this model is not listed here, so confirm the figure from the datasheet before sizing. Choose MTK over MD when the rod must not rotate, and MD when rotation is acceptable. Acting options across the range include double (MK), single push (MSK), single pull (MTK), double rod (MKD) and adjustable stroke (MKJ). Single-acting strokes run up to 20 mm, so a 5 mm stroke keeps the covers short; avoid over-long strokes on a compact body, and route any side-load question to us. The trailing S orders this unit with a magnet; drop it for no magnet, or use G for a G thread instead of PT.
Applications
Small-part hold-down
A light pull-type clamp that grips tiny components during inspection or a secondary operation, retracting the rod under air pressure inside a compact fixture where body space is scarce.
Jig positioning pin
A short-stroke positioning pin on a drill or assembly jig, fixed through the body top or side so the 6-direction mounting lets it sit flush beside neighbouring cylinders.
End-of-stroke switch point
A compact pull cylinder on a small transfer or gating unit where the built-in magnet flags rod position to a nearby switch, with the no-rotating rod holding its orientation throughout.
FAQ
What does the S in MTK10X5S mean?
The trailing S means this cylinder is supplied with a magnet in the piston, so position switches can detect rod position via the magnetic-switch slots around the body. The same cylinder without the S (MTK10X5) has no magnet. Magnet is an option, not a standard feature, and the no-rotating pull-type function is unchanged either way.
Can I use a long stroke on this compact body?
Single-acting MK cylinders are offered up to a 20 mm stroke, and the 5 mm stroke here keeps the covers short. On a compact square body an over-long stroke should be avoided, so match the stroke to the job. For exact dimensions at a given stroke and for side-load limits, confirm from the datasheet or contact us.